America > Costa Rica: Covid-19 and Travel

Entry to the territory: Allowed
Entry to Costa Rica is allowed for tourists from all countries.

There are no special requirements related to Covid-19 with the exception of visitors from China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan who have been in those territories during the last 14 days.

These visitors must provide a PCR-RT or antigen Covid-19 test with a negative result that was performed by a laboratory less than 72 hours before their entry into Costa Rica.

Furthermore, individuals from the above-mentioned places of origin over the age of 12 must have a document that makes it possible to verify that they are up-to-date on their Covid vaccination.

Tests: Negative PCR test for some travelers.

Quarantine: No
Not required.

Information updated on 2023-03-16.

Lockdown: No
Authorities in Costa Rica have issued orders to lift the country's remaining COVID-19-related restrictions as of May 13. Under the new directives, the requirement to wear facemasks in indoor public settings has been lifted.

All businesses, restaurants, and tourist venues can open without capacity or time limits; individuals are no longer required to show proof of being fully vaccinated for access to such establishments. The use of facemasks remains mandatory in indoor public settings.

Mask use
Masks are recommended

Gatherings: Allowed
No restriction

Restaurants and bars: Fully Open

Shops: Open

Tourist attractions: Open